Vacancy – General Manager

PR – The Communal Co-operative Credit Union is seeking to employ a General Manager to lead the organization into  the future. 

The Organisation: 

The Communal Co-operative Credit Union Limited is a highly mission-driven, progressive, member-owned  financial institution, committed to improving the financial well-being of its members.  

The Communal provides financial products and services to its members including mortgage, consumer and small  business development loans, savings and deposit accounts and debit cards. 

The Role: 

The General Manager is responsible for leading and executing the strategic direction, development and progress of  the credit union, while ensuring its financial stability, viability, and responsiveness to the needs of our members. 

The successful candidate has responsibility for the day-to-day management of The Communal’s operations, compliance  and performance and shall be accountable to the Board of Directors for the execution of these functions.  

This position requires strategic leadership and a solid understanding of the credit union philosophy, operations, policies,  regulations and best practice, with expertise in finance, risk-based management, product development/pricing and  market strategy.  

The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to providing the highest levels of member service,  leadership and integrity.

Candidate Profile: 

  • Master of Science Degree in Business Management, Economics or Finance related qualification At least eight (8) years of experience in a senior management position within a financial institution, or related  function 
  • Effective written and oral communication skills, and competence in communicating with a broad range of  audiences; 
  • Ability to identify risks, build consensus and make sound financial recommendations and decisions; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

The Communal Co-operative Credit Union offers a very competitive remuneration and benefits package  commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Please send your résumé to: 

The Secretary 

Board of Directors 

The Communal Co-operative Credit Union Ltd. 

Halifax Street 

St. George 

E-mail Address: hr@thecommunalcu.com 

Closing date for applications is February 25, 2022